A Philly Pops Christmas: Spectacular Sound of the Season!

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Letter from the President Program About The POPS The Philly POPS Roster Principal Guest Conductor David Charles Abell Guest Vocalist Mandy Gonzalez Partner Spotlight: KeyBank Organist Peter Richard Conte The Melodica Men The Philly POPS Festival Chorus The Philadelphia Boys Choir & Chorale St. Thomas Gospel Choir Music Director Todd Ellison Subscriber Spotlight: Marc & Yvonne Lucca Behind the Scenes: Singing Santa I’ll Be Home for Christmas & Christmas in July Board of Directors & Administrative Staff In Memoriam: Pina Templeton Corporate & Community Support Friends of The Philly POPS Giving Levels Sing-A-Long Lyrics

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT Dear Friends, What a pleasure it is to have you with us for this most wonderful time of the year! Tonight’s show-stopping talent will surely fill you with the holiday spirit and a joyful dose of nostalgic cheer.

First, we welcome our Principal Guest Conductor, David Charles Abell, home for the holidays. We also welcome back the incredible Mandy Gonzalez for her second Christmas with the POPS — she’s visiting us fresh from her role as Angelica Schuyler in Hamilton and, fearless as ever. And, making their POPS debut, we welcome viral video stars, The Melodica Men! The humor of these two talented virtuosi will make tonight a performance to remember.

On top of being Philly’s Christmas orchestra, we have a very special set of programs coming up just after the New Year — including a tribute to Marvin Hamlisch from his mentee, Music Director Todd Ellison; a musical celebration of the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin; a rocking night of the best of Phil Collins; a 90th birthday bash for the inimitable Mr. Stephen Sondheim; and, of course, a dedication to the Chairman himself … Frank Sinatra.

If you’re still looking for that perfect gift this season, give the gift of the POPS! Our special holiday gift cards make a terrific gift for the music lover in your life — get Orchestra Tier seats for three or more of our exciting upcoming shows for just $40 each.

Now, we invite you to relax and be whisked away by the sounds of the talented 300 performers we have with us — including The Philly POPS Festival Chorus, The Philadelphia Boys Choir, and The African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas Gospel Choir.

From the POPS family to yours, we wish you a very merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.

With great appreciation for your continued support of all that we do,

Frank Giordano, President and CEO Encore Series, Inc., The Philly POPS

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A Philly POPS

CHRISTMAS Spectacular Sounds of the Season!

PROGRAM

presenting sponsor

DEC. 7-21, 2019

“Jing, Jing, Jing” James Lord Pierpont An Evergreen Christmas Traditional “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” Ralph Blane, Hugh Martin

Verizon Hall, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts David Charles Abell principal guest conductor

“Let it Go” Kristin Anderson-Lopez, Robert Lopez Three Chanukah Songs Traditional

FEATURING

“Christmas Time is Here” Vince Guaraldi, Lee Mendelson Mandy Gonzalez guest vocalist

Christmas Dance Vince Guaraldi Variations on “Adeste Fideles” Traditional

The Melodica Men

“I’ll be Home for Christmas” Walter Kent, Kim Gannon A Christmas Flourish Traditional

Peter Richard Conte organist The Philly POPS Festival Chorus

INTERMISSION

The African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas Gospel Choir

Christmas Sing-along Traditional “Do You Hear What I Hear?” Gloria Shayne Baker, Noël Regney

Philadelphia Boys Choir & Chorale

“Wait, I Say” Waltier Blocker “Go Tell It On the Mountain” Lowell Mason, Michael McElroy, Joseph Joubert, Buryl Red, John Wesley Work Jr. “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town” John Frederick Coots, Haven Gillespie “Sleigh Ride” Leroy Anderson “This Christmas” Donny Hathaway, Nadine McKinnor A Philly POPS Christmas | December 2019 | 5

THE PHILLY POPS The Philly POPS, the largest standalone pops orchestra in the United States, delights audiences with the inspired performance of American popular music. The POPS celebrates this distinctive musical heritage through an expanding repertoire of innovative concert performances and a robust set of educational and engagement initiatives.

As the official POPS orchestra of Pennsylvania and the City of Philadelphia’s partner in civic celebration, The Philly POPS serves a consistently growing audience of over 200,000 annually. Music Director Todd Ellison and the 65-piece Philly POPS orchestra keep listeners tapping their toes to an impressive repertoire of songs from American traditional music up through to today’s chart-toppers.

In addition to Subscription Series performances at The Kimmel Center, The Philly POPS presents innovative programming with contemporary artists at The Met Philadelphia in The Philly POPS at The Met Philadelphia series. Other ensembles that make up The Philly POPS are: The Philly POPS BIG Band, which plays a rock and rhythm and blues repertoire, and The Philly POPS Jazz Orchestra of Philadelphia, under the direction of Artistic Director for Jazz, Terell Stafford.

Outside the concert hall, free Salute Series performances — including Memorial Salute, July 3 POPS on Independence, July 4 POPS on the Parkway and the I’ll Be Home for Christmas: A Salute to the Military and First Responders concert — celebrate the American tradition of service around important national holidays. POPS in Schools enhances music education for 3,000 Philadelphia School District students; and POPS Outside brings POPS music to local communities. The Philly POPS performs as a founding resident company of The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, as the Principal Orchestra of The Met Philadelphia, and at venues throughout the mid-Atlantic region.

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THE PHILLY POPS ROSTER 1ST VIOLIN

FLUTE

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Michael Ludwig Rachael Ludwig Emma Kummrow Guillaume Combet Robert Vieira Paul Reiser Laura Chen Rachel Segal Tess Varley Charles Parker

Edward Schultz Ron Kerber Kim Trolier

Paul Arbogast Brian Pastor David Cianci

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Kim Trolier

Brian Brown

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2ND VIOLIN Michelle Bishop Yu Hui Tamae Lee Kate Suk Greg Teperman Hyo Samantha Crawford Sarah Dubois Laura Earley Diane Barnett

VIOLA Davis Barnett Marjorie Goldberg Scott Wagner Ellen Trainer Sarah Sutton Gerry Rice

CELLO Ulrich Boeckheler Jon Fink George Atanasiu Brooke Beazley Pat Daniels Talia Schiff

BASS Miles Davis Anne Peterson Stephen Groat

David Schneider Evan Ocheret

Evan Ocheret

William Kerrigan David Nelson Zach Crystal Tom Blanchard

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ENGLISH HORN

Joseph Smith Kaj Hansen Sean Bailey Ron Kerber

Joe Nero

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Ron Kerber Kaj Hansen Joseph Smith Chris Farr Sean Bailey

Steve Beskrone

BASSOON Norman Spielberg Colleen Hood

GUITAR David Cullen

HARP Andre Tarantiles

KEYBOARD Jeff Smith

HORNS John David Smith Lisa Dunham George Barnett Ryan Stewart

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principal guest conductor

DAVID CHARLES ABELL Born in North Carolina, Principal Guest Conductor David Charles Abell grew up in the Mt. Airy neighborhood of Philadelphia, attending Germantown Friends School through the sixth grade. A gifted musician from a young age, his study of trumpet, viola, piano, and composition eventually led to a concentration on conducting. He attended Yale University, the Juilliard School, and the Conservatoire Américain in France, where he studied under Nadia Boulanger.

At age 13, David met Leonard Bernstein while singing in the world premiere of Bernstein’s Mass in Washington, D.C. Ten years later, David assisted his teacher John Mauceri in the tenth anniversary production of Mass, leading to a close association with Bernstein — as both a conducting student and as an editor of Bernstein’s music.

David made his debut with The Philly POPS in 2013’s Christmas Spectacular, returning again in 2014 and 2015. He has since conducted Blockbuster Broadway in 2017, Lenny’s Revolution in 2018, Cole Porter’s Broadway in 2019, and will lead 2020’s Sondheim: A 90th Birthday Celebration.

In addition to his work with The Philly POPS, David conducts concerts, opera, and theatre performances around the world. He has performed with such distinguished artists as Dame Judi Dench, Dame Emma Thompson, Heather Headley, Idina Menzel, Petula Clark, Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban, and Matthew Morrison. He has conducted many prominent orchestras, including the London Symphony, Royal Philharmonic, Vienna Symphony, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Atlanta and Cincinnati Symphonies, and Boston Pops.

David is widely known to TV audiences for the 10th and 25th anniversary Les Misérables concerts, both of which have become PBS fund-raising perennials. In the UK, he has performed many times on television, most notably as conductor of the immensely successful Sondheim 80th birthday Prom and as the conductor for four years of the Olivier Awards, the UK’s equivalent to the Tony Awards. Recently, he made his Zurich Opera debut with Sweeney Todd, starring Sir Bryn Terfel.

David currently lives in London.

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guest artist

MANDY GONZALEZ Called by Lin-Manuel Miranda, the creator of the musical sensation Hamilton, “one of the greatest singers on earth,” Mandy Gonzalez has thrilled audiences on Broadway, lit up the screen on television, and started a social movement.

Mandy currently stars as Angelica Schuyler in Hamilton and on the CBS hit, Madam Secretary.

On stage, the dynamic range of Mandy’s voice sets a new standard — one moment, she can be soft and sultry, the next moment, she can shake the rafters. Mandy is a Warner Music artist and recently released her debut album, “FEARLESS,” which debuted at #13 on the iTunes pop charts.

Mandy is also known for originating the role of Nina Rosario in the Tony award-winning show, In the Heights. She also starred as Elphaba in the Broadway production of Wicked — blowing the roof off of the Gershwin Theatre every night.

Mandy is the proud founder of #FearlessSquad — a social media movement for inclusiveness and positivity. #FearlessSquad connects millions of people around the world, encourages them to be their best selves, and helps them empower each other.

Mandy is also an author — she recently published a widely-cited article in the Harvard Business Review on how to overcome the fear of public speaking and be more confident in communication and leadership.

Mandy has performed with The Philly POPS as the lead vocalist for A Philly POPS Christmas: Spectacular Sounds of the Season in 2018. She also sang for the POPS on July 4, 2017 where her version of “This Land is Your Land” shook the crowd.

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PARTNER SPOTLIGHT KeyBank

At KeyBank, helping clients and communities thrive means going beyond traditional banking activities so we can bring our values to life by fully participating in local communities and encouraging others to do the same.

In the greater Philadelphia region, one of the ways we do this is through our support of the arts. By bringing life to the stories of everyday people, art is a powerful way to portray what’s real, what’s important, what’s uncomfortable, and what we need to learn. And sometimes, as is the case with The Philly POPS Christmas concerts, art makes us feel joy. This is why KeyBank is a proud sponsor of the 2019 Philly POPS Christmas.

KeyBank understands that our ability to make a difference directly correlates with our ability to help customers and communities thrive.

This is why since 1825 we have been guiding our clients to financial wellness by providing simple, straight-forward consumer financial products and superior services that make banking easy. We bring ideas to small and mid-sized business leaders that help them capitalize on opportunities. And through our commitment to the community, we stabilize and strengthen neighborhoods.

For information about KeyBank, visit key.com. Member FDIC.

“Thank you KeyBank for supporting the arts in Philadelphia and the POPS, first through our Salute Series and now as the Presenting Sponsor of our Christmas concert series for the third year.

We’re proud to partner with a well-respected and long-tenured financial services company for Philadelphia’s holiday tradition.”

— Frank Giordano, President and CEO, The Philly POPS

ROBERT D. KANE, JR. Robert D. Kane Jr. is president of KeyBank for the Eastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey markets, bringing more than 30 years of corporate banking experience to KeyBank.

Bob is involved with many organizations within the community as a board or committee member, including the Pennsylvania Bankers Association, World Affairs Council, National Association of Corporate Directors, The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia,

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Philadelphia Zoo, Philabundance, Charles Ellis Trust for Girls, Devereux, and St. David’s Golf Club.

“On behalf of the entire KeyBank team, thank you for being a great neighbor, and thank you for joining us in support of The Philly POPS. We hope you enjoy the show. May you and your loved ones have a very happy, healthy holiday season and a prosperous, financially well new year!”

—Robert D. Kane, Jr., Market President, KeyBank A Philly POPS Christmas | December 2019 | 13

organist

PETER RICHARD CONTE Peter Richard Conte is an organist whose nearly-unparalleled technical facility, brilliant ear for tonal color, and innovative programming style have made him one of the most sought after “orchestral” organists of this era. In 1989, he was appointed Wanamaker Grand Court Organist at what is now the Macy’s Department Store in downtown Philadelphia — the fourth person to hold that title since the organ first played in 1911. He performs concerts twice daily, six days each week, on the largest fully-functioning musical instrument in the world. Mr. Conte is also Principal Organist of Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square and, since 1991, Choirmaster and Organist of Saint Clement’s Church, Philadelphia, where he directs a professional choir in an extensive music program in the Anglo-Catholic tradition.

Peter Richard Conte is highly regarded as a skillful performer and arranger of organ transcriptions. He has been featured several times on National Public Radio and on ABC’s Good Morning America and World News Tonight. He has two radio shows: The Wanamaker Organ Hour, which airs on the first Sunday of each month, at 5 p.m. (Eastern), and can be heard online at WRTI.ORG each Wednesday evening at 7 p.m., his Grand Court concert is streamed live on YesterdayUSA.com. Mr. Conte performs extensively throughout the United States and Canada under the management of Phillip Truckenbrod Concert Artists, and has appeared as a featured artist at American Guild of Organists’ National and Regional Conventions. He has performed with the Philadelphia Orchestra, The Philly POPS, and with numerous orchestras around the country.

Mr. Conte has served as an Adjunct Assistant Professor, Organ, at Rider University’s Westminster Choir College, Princeton, NJ, where he taught Organ Improvisation. He is the 2008 recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award from the Indiana University School of Music, Bloomington. In 2013, the Philadelphia Music Alliance honored him with a bronze plaque on the Avenue of the Arts’ Walk of Fame. His numerous recordings appear on the GOTHIC, JAV, ProOrgano, DORIAN and DTR labels.

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guest artists

THE MELODICA MEN What started off as two guys playing toy instruments on the streets of Seattle and Paris has now become an internationally-acclaimed internet sensation. The Melodica Men first went viral in 2016 with their video of Stravinsky’s “Rite of Spring,” which gained 1.5 million views in a day. In three years, Tristan Clarke and Joe Buono, graduates of the Juilliard School and Peabody Conservatory, have amassed over 1 million followers across social media and over 110 million views worldwide for their fun and virtuosic melodica videos.

The musical duo bridges the worlds of classical and popular music, having been featured with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and also on ABC’s The Gong Show. Their broad appeal and versatility has taken them around the world from South Korea to Lithuania, playing at national music education conventions as well as comic cons.

Their live show upholds the integrity of classical music while making it fun and accessible, and also includes a wide variety of genres from video game music to rock. Drawing from their experience busking on the street, they feed off the energy of the audience in ways that keep the show fresh and engaging for people of all ages.

Behind the scenes, the Melodica Men are pioneering a new way of learning music as a language through the melodica. You can find out more about their music education mission on Patreon.

Tristan is a graduate of the Juilliard School and plays principal trumpet with the Jacksonville Symphony. Joe has earned two Masters degrees from the Peabody Conservatory and teaches music privately.

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THE PHILLY POPS FESTIVAL CHORUS The Philly POPS Festival Chorus is a 170-voice ensemble that performs with The Philly POPS under the direction of Jeff Kern, Head of the Vocal Division for University of the Arts.

The Philly POPS Festival Chorus began performing in 2002 and performs with the POPS orchestra during the annual Christmas concert series and Broadway series. The chorus has performed with many professional artists including Faith Prince, Capathia Jenkins, Ashley Brown, Lisa Howard, Lauren Kennedy, Rachel York, Alice Ripley, Ann Hampton Callaway, and The von Trapp Family Children. The Festival Chorus is an auditioned, volunteer organization composed of singers ranging from high school students to retired professionals. Auditions are held in mid-June.

JEFFREY KERN, CHORUS MASTER Chorus Master Jeffrey Kern joined the faculty of the University of the Arts in 1991, where he currently holds the rank of Associate Professor. His responsibilities include applied voice, conducting, advanced piano classes, advanced sight reading, vocal pedagogy for teachers, musicianship, jazz ear training, styles and diction for vocalists, and classes for the Musical Theater Minor. He conducts the University Chorus, Handbell Ensemble, and various small vocal ensembles, and was the former Head of the Vocal Division. He has also acted as music director in the theater department’s productions of The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Cabaret, A Chorus Line, Rodgers and Hart Revue, On the Town, and Weird Romance. In 1998, he received the Louise Beitzel Award for excellence in teaching.

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Geoff Albert-Bolinski Mark Anderson Jim Bailey Linda Baldwin Michelle Balentine Morgan Barlow Linda Beaver David Berkowitz Cori Bortnem Connie Bosna Patti Bozzelli Tracy Brobyn Fabiene Brown Noah Buboltz Brendan Burns Heather Caporaso Barb Carfolite Sophia Cavalli Edra Chandler Melody Chappell Doug Clayton Robert Coble Amy Copeland Mark Cordova Becky Crunk Hunter Daigle Phil Davis Mary Kate DeFlaviis Susan Denny Tom Dwyer Josh Eisenberg Alison Eldman Benita Farmer Pam Fernsler Lisa Ferretti Joseph Fong Marcia Foor Joe Fort Nancy Fort Faith Foyil Nancy Gager Patti Garver Amber Gay Claire Gayley Kelly Germann Mary Ellen Gilbert Doug Gonze Susan Gormley Jennifer Gottschalk

Jaye Green Tom Green Kathy Guy Brooke Hanson Don Henry Marian Henry Mark Henry Richard Henry Tom Henzel Blair Hinderliter Kacy Hofstetter Melissa Hope Charlotte Humes Kaytie Innamorati Stephen Jackson Connie Jones Nancy Kadwill Helena Kan Helen Karol Jim Kelsh Diamond Ketchens Abigail Klapper Joe Kramer Heather Kriesman Joan Labosh Michael Labosh Vicky Lee Jeanne Leisner Amy Leonard Jayne Lester Amy Lewis Alex Li Joanne Lipa Shurong Liu Mary Lynch David MacMurtrie Nicole Manning Peg Manochi Donato Marable Paul Mariani III Jeffrey Masino Julie McCormick Jennifer McGowan Patrick McGranahan Sandhun Mendis Gail Middleton Sherry Mistler Meagan Moody Chris Mudge

Ken Muhleisen Permelia Mullen Rebecca Muller Michael Nahill Ted Newell Emily Norton Kim Nurick Kathryn O’Donnell Liz Offner Todd Omohundro Jim Palmer Betty Pannell Ellen Paparone Gabriela Peterman Maggie Place Dawn Price Michael Pugh Alison Quairoli Jennifer Rackow Marilyn Radley Jamie Ray-Leonetti Matt Reese Brian Reid Desiree Riccardelli Betsy Rich Dave Riegel Denise Rose Jane Rose Allison Rossi Mike Rugnetta Mark Samani Evan Samlin Al Sauter David Satterfield Mary Anne Saveoz Peter Scarpato Barbara Schwartz Angelina Sciolla Chuck Scott Jim Sellers Luke Shafer Sridhar Shenoy Megan Short Sally Siegfried Hong Sima Elaine Soulliard Peter Spengeman Jonathan Storace Heather Stott

Kate Strubinger Nancy Sullivan Mei Sun Emily Szal Hsi Tai Weiping Tai Monique T-Brady Jane Tonkin Jon Treadwell Laura Velarides Barbara Venella Nicole Volpa Colin Vroome Carol Walton Robert Ware Linda Welte Bertina Whytehead Vivian Williams Claire Wunderlich Jenny Yang Constance Yetke Eric Yu Melina Zhang Kim Zuccarello

PHILADELPHIA BOYS CHOIR & CHORALE Renowned for its commanding musicianship, intelligence and interpretive abilities, the Emmy-winning and Grammy-nominated Philadelphia Boys Choir has cultivated a devoted following worldwide for its highly acclaimed concerts and performances.

Established in 1968, achievements include world tours, recordings with internationally renowned artists such as Luciano Pavarotti, television appearances (Saturday Night Live, Good Morning America, etc.), and praise from critics and audiences worldwide.

JEFFREY R. SMITH, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR An alumnus of the Philadelphia Boys Choir & Chorale, Smith stepped into the position of Artistic Director in 2004 and has since led the choir on concert tours throughout North America, South America, Europe and Asia. Under his direction, the choir has performed with the Philadelphia Orchestra, Pennsylvania Ballet, Philly POPS, Opera Philadelphia and Curtis Institute.

Venues have included the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, the Academy of Music in Philadelphia, and Carnegie Hall in New York City. Among the political dignitaries in the audience were prime ministers and presidents, including Barack Obama.

Smith is a 1999 summa cum laude graduate of Ithaca College with a Bachelor of Music in Composition. His original compositions and vocal/instrumental arrangements have been performed by various ensembles throughout the country, including the Toledo Symphony, York Theatre (NYC), Ocean City Pops, and The Philly POPS. As a pianist in much demand, Smith has played with the Philadelphia Orchestra, New Jersey Symphony, The Philly POPS, and for several shows on and Off-Broadway. He is also assistant conductor for The Philly POPS.

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Samir Abbas Gabriel J. Beckett Nathaniel Brathwaite Arnab Chaudhuri Lucas Garcia Drass Max Ebenreiter Ian Egenolf Peter C. Gomez Cavan Hurley Josiah E. Johnakin Ethan Kang Chase Long AJ Owens Jack Pustizzi Alexander Ramirez JD Scarpa Jonah Serotta David Sigmund Alexander Sterious Yiguo Zhang

Luke Brooks Christopher A. Bruette Jeston Cai Jack Cellucci Sarthak Chaudhuri Jadon Davidar Dante Michael DiMaio Paxton Ellis Leo Felix Denburg Gade Josiah A. Harris Asa S. Johnson Peter Kim Bu Long Liam MacLeod Augustine D. Miller Timothy O’Connor Ryan O’Donnell Jonah Owens Christopher Sempier Chase Jacob Shatzman Matthew Stewart Daniel Mark Strong Jason L Youssef

Jason Michael Adams Jackson Angermeier Andrew John Blum Linus Chen-Plotkin Jarrett Edwards Olukayode Ekundare Leonardo Garcia Arthur Hu Elijah Q. HuertasKlingele Jeffrey Jabbour Kael Käufer Ethan Lander Cole McIntosh Griffin J. Miller Payton Owens Benjamin Wellington Adonijah Roberts Sergio Tristen Santana William Sterious Jackson Strong Carlos David Villegas Daniel R. West

Jeremy G. T. Allen Peyton Barger Hayden Basch Archibald Bednarek Dawan Brown Aleem Gaetano Castillo-Gambardella Lucas Collazo Caden Daniel Ellis William E. Filanowski Kolby Ryan Grim Oliver Jackson Justin Malec Julian Mills Hasan Smith Robert Smith Benjamin Wilson

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ST. THOMAS GOSPEL CHOIR The African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas Gospel Choir (STGC) is from the Historic African Episcopal Church of Philadelphia, where the Reverend Canon Martini Shaw is the Rector. The STGC currently consists of 60 spirit-filled, energetic, singers, ministers, and musicians of all ages and backgrounds. The choir’s membership represents more than 10 different area churches.

The STGC shares their music ministry at over 100 services, programs, concerts, and celebrations of all kinds every year. In 2013, STGC was named “The Best Regional Choir” in Verizon’s Music Competition, How Sweet The Sound, and the choir performed to a sold-out audience at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. In 2015, the STGC won “Traditional CD of the Year” and Walt Blocker won “Producer of the Year” at the The Rhythm of Gospel Music Awards held in Memphis. Locally and nationally, the STGC has received numerous awards and recognition, including the PHL LIVE Center Stage competition for “Best in Gospel Music” for which the choir was recognized by the Philadelphia City Council.

STGC has more than five musical recordings that showcases their various styles and love of all music from original service mass music to soul-stirring gospel music. The most recent is Part 1 of their first Holiday Music EP now available.

The STGC regularly performs several genres of music including gospel, classical, Motown, pop favorites, and classics such as Stevie Wonder, U2, Gladys Knight, and Elton John, and will join the POPS in 2020 for its tribute to Aretha Franklin. STGC has appeared in the Lee Daniels movie soundtrack of The Woodsman and the English version of the international cartoon Kikoriki, as well as several plays and other musicals.

The St. Thomas Gospel Choir has performed in San Jose and Limon in Costa Rica and completed an 11-day tour in Rome, Venice, and Florence, Italy in June 2018. The STGC will be singing for the Inauguration Ceremony for the Mayor and City Council this January at The Met Philadelphia and also will be the featured Artist at the May Festival in Cincinnati in 2020 with the Cincinnati Orchestra.

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Asiha Braxton-Garvin Brenda Battle Cheryl McCoy Conchita Dixon Deanna Johnson

Adrienne Logan Aneesa Donahue Angela Coston-Jones Teena Watson- Matthews Carmella Holloway Cassie Smith Clara Mae Daniels Deborah Sampson Deneka Anderson Dorothy Archie Gladyce DuBrey Jackie Sampson Linda Milligan Madeline Hendry Mary Ann Phillips Nakeshia Worthington Nancy Jean-Sewell Pamela Galloway Patricia Akins Rochelle Karyou Ruthie Dowling Shaleen Manning Shannon Kemmer Sharon Crawford Terry Corson Tyler Wilson

Carla Robinson Charles Holloway Craig Whitley Dale Williams Daniel Rhodan Darren T. Cottman Daryn Stewart Devvyn Holloway Greg Natson Harry Wescott John Cheeseborough Joseph Rivers Julien Sandjong Justin Trotman Michael Small Oke Nwaneshiudu Vincent Gumbs

Debbie Purnell-Otey Debbie Stewart Delois Whiters Donna Santiago Earlene Ford Gessica Santos Jamielle Natson Janelle Cheeseborough Jenelle Wilson-Johnson Jennifer Thomas Lenoria DeVine Lynne Galloway Lynn Gant Marsha Joseph Rebecca Scales Rozella Frison Shanae Williams Shonse Hawkins Susan Patricia Ben Tamara Storey-Austin Tyleenda Wilson Victoria Braxton Wendella Fox

MUSICIANS/DIRECTOR Walt Blocker, Co-Minister of Music, Director of Gospel Choir Dr. Jay Fluellen, Co-Minister of Music Steven Page, Keyboard Player Wayne Browne Jr., Percussion

MINISTERS The Reverend Canon Father Martini Shaw The Reverend Father Samuel Kirabi

WALTIER BLOCKER, MUSIC DIRECTOR is the co-minister of music with his Creative and Performing Arts classmate, Dr. Jay Fluellen, at the historic African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas in Philadelphia. Walt attended both Westminster Choir College and the University of the Arts and studied church music, opera, and music education. Walt is a classically-trained singer and is a well-known bass soloist, music director, recording producer, song writer, vocal coach, actor, and often writes music with The Philly POPS, for the Washington National Cathedral, national music conventions, and churches and choirs around the country. Waltier also serves on the national board as a consultant for musical changes and addendums for the Episcopal Church. Walt has performed and worked with directors, singers, and musical artists all over the U.S. and Europe. Walt is known for demanding excellence. His passion for music, combined with years of varied experience and knowledge and most of all love of God, brings out the best in everyone with whom he works.

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music director

TODD ELLISON Hailed by The New York Times as one of “Broadway’s Electric Conductors,” Todd Ellison is one of the most accomplished and sought-after music directors working today.

Raised in Essex, Connecticut, Ellison began playing piano at age six and later graduated from Boston University School of Music with a degree in piano performance. His career has spanned many roles, ranging from award-winning Broadway shows to several seasons as the music director for the “Radio City Christmas Spectacular.”

Currently, he is the Music Director of The Philly Pops, the Music Supervisor and Arranger of the new Broadway-bound musical, Roman Holiday, Music Supervisor of the Tokyo production of An American in Paris, and the composer of the award-winning musical, The Black and White Ball.

Ellison’s Broadway credits include: An American in Paris, Annie, La Cage aux Folles, Elton John’s Lestat, Spamalot, 42nd Street, Amour, The Wild Party, On the Town, Once Upon a Mattress (starring Sarah Jessica Parker), How to Succeed (starring Matthew Broderick), She Loves Me, and A Class Act. As Marvin Hamlisch’s Music Director, Ellison worked on Ballroom and The Nutty Professor.

Ellison has conducted all over the world, including the Vienna Konzerthaus with Dawn Upshaw and Jerry Hadley, with The Dublin Film Orchestra, Radio City Christmas Spectacular (Mexico City), Lincoln Center’s World Science Festival, Kennedy Center, The Hollywood Bowl, London’s West End, The Public Theater, Cole Porters’ Jubilee at Carnegie Hall, and with the symphonies of Pittsburgh, San Diego, Nashville, Long Beach, New Haven, and New Jersey. He has conducted on over 25 albums, including on the award-winning cast albums of his shows.

A recognized “Steinway Artist,” Ellison has accompanied stars like Beyoncé, Meryl Streep, Mike Nichols, Nicole Kidman, Barry Manilow, Bea Arthur, Jane Lynch, Tracey Ullman and Kelsey Grammer.

Todd led The Philly POPS for its first Memorial Day concert at Longwood Gardens in 2015. He has since conducted 2017’s Best of Broadway, 2018’s Memorial Salute concerts, and 2018’s A Philly POPS Christmas. Todd officially became the POPS’ Music Director in July 2019.

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SUBSCRIBER SPOTLIGHT Marc and Yvonne Lucca

Twenty years ago, Marc and Yvonne Lucca started attending Philly POPS Christmas concerts together as part of their holiday gift to each other. They moved away to California for nine years, but picked the tradition right back up when they returned home to Philadelphia.

What started as an outing with just three couples in 2007 has ballooned into a group of more than 40 friends, family, and neighbors this year. Their contingent really grew when their son Juliano became a member of the Philadelphia Boys Choir (which performs in the show).

“More people wanted to hear him sing,” Yvonne says. “Each year, our group grew and grew.”

She makes sure to reserve seats close to the choirs so that she can see the boys singing up close. “We sit so close to the Gospel Choir that we know some of them and high five them every year!”

Always held on the first Saturday matinée, the group’s day of fun starts with cocktails near the Kimmel Center, then box seats for the show, followed by dinner at Vietnam Café in University City where each person tells the group how they originally got invited, holiday stories, and things that happened to them during the year.

Yvonne is especially excited about this year’s show with David Charles Abell conducting.

“He’s my favorite,” she says. “This year, I told everyone David is back and that got even more people interested.” Marc, who is now a Board member of the POPS says: “It’s a great way to start the holidays!”

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behind the scenes

SINGING SANTA For the last five years, The Philly POPS has been honored to have the one and only Santa Claus perform in our Christmas show. This fall, he took a break from making toys to reminisce about his time singing with the POPS. Though Santa has always enjoyed singing carols, he knew he had to get serious about his craft when the chance to audition for POPS Principal Guest Conductor David Charles Abell came up. He worked with a vocal coach and brought in the North Pole’s best piano player to prepare his audition song: “Santa Claus is Coming to Town.”

“I chewed my fingernails for a couple of months and then I heard from David and [POPS CEO] Frank Giordano that I got the gig!,” Santa recalls.

In the years since, Santa has joined the POPS on stage to sing “Mele Kalikimaka,” “Silver Bells,” “The Wonderful World of Christmas,” “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot like Christmas,” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.” His tune this year is a surprise, but he says you can “expect it to swing!”

“Of all the wonderful things that I get to do and see, singing with the POPS is the best gig in town!,” Santa says. “It’s a great a diversion from all the hubbub of Christmastime.”

Though he takes a well-deserved vacation each the summer, Santa always makes a quick trip to Philadelphia for the annual Christmas in July event, when the POPS give new bicycles and helmets to children from military, police, and fire department families.

The big question though is: Are the POPS musicians on the Nice list this year?

“The POPS are on the Nice list, except for a couple of those horn players who sometimes make the Naughty list. And David Charles Abell is always on the nice list.”

For Santa, “running out on stage and seeing the audience and the spotlight hitting you, it’s as much fun as being pulled by eight tiny reindeer!”

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“HO, HO, HO ...

Merry Christmas to All!”

A SALUTE TO THE MILITARY & FIRST RESPONDERS

DEC 6, 2019 | 8PM

SALUTE SERIES 2019-20 EVENTS

VERIZON HALL, KIMMEL CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

MEMORIAL SALUTE

At the POPS, we are committed to honoring our country’s longstanding commitment to traditions, values, and service through the universal language of music.

Each Christmas season, the POPS provides 2,000 free tickets to members of the military and Philadelphia’s Police and Fire Departments to the I’ll Be Home for Christmas concert as a thank you for their commitment.

May 25, 2020 Mann Center for the Performing Arts

POPS ON INDEPENDENCE July 3, 2020 Independence Hall

IN CELEBRATION OF INDEPENDENCE DAY

Every summer, the POPS celebrates Christmas in July with

July 4, 2020 • POPS at the Celebration of Freedom Ceremony, Independence Mall

a bike giveaway for children from military and police and

• POPS on the Parkway

fire department families. In coordination with Comcast NBCUniversal and a number of private donors, the POPS gave 205 bicycles and helmets to local children this year.

CELEBRATING AMERICA’S TRADITIONS AND COMMITMENT TO SERVICE. For more information on attending or supporting our Salute Series performances: phillypops.org/salute.

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VETERANS SALUTE November 11, 2020 • Vietnam Veterans Memorial

PRESENTED BY

MAJOR SPONSOR

SPONSORS

JOHN* AND PINA* TEMPLETON

SUSAN & CHASE MCDANIEL

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2019-20 Joseph Del Raso, Chairman Tony Mahon, Secretary James M. Matour, Treasurer Wilbert D. Abele Timothy Alles Joan Carter Pamela Cyr Daniel DiLella Carol A. Eggert Frank Giordano Lisa Hale Adriana Herrera Dr. Ali A. Houshmand Dermid Kelly Marc A. Lucca, P.E. Harry D. Madonna Barry Magarick John J. Meko, Jr. Steven K. Mignogna Denise Viola Monahan Gregory Montanaro Ryan Peters Philip Rinaldi Jon C. Sirlin Ashley E. Widger Salvatore M. DeBunda, Esq., Chairman Emeritus Samuel Savitz, Chairman Emeritus

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ENCORE SERIES, INC. Frank Giordano, President & Chief Executive Officer

Jeffrey Kern, Chorus Master

Todd Ellison, Music Director

Vincent Leonard, Music Librarian

David Charles Abell, Principal Guest Conductor

Anne Peterson, Orchestra Contractor

Terell Stafford, Artistic Director for Jazz

Jeffrey Smith, Assistant Conductor

Karen Corbin, Chief Operating Officer

Debbie Lobel, Stage Manager

Patricia Wells, Office Manager & Executive Assistant to the President Daniel Palmieri, Director of Sales & Customer Relations Keith Obaza, Production Director Joshua Thomas, Director of Development Gilberto Vega, Education & Community Engagement Director Cheryl Lutts, Controller Sarah Maiellano, Assistant Director of Communications Jessica Blank, Associate Marketing Director Austin Berner, Manager of Communications Kelly McMurtry, Contributed Revenue Associate & Events Manager Kate Huffman, External Affairs Manager Jessica Cook, Staff Accountant Will Farr, Graphic Designer Brendan McHale, Program & Production Associate Daniel McCain, Student Co-Op Lonell Johnson, Student Co-Op

Marketing Mark Gisi, Partner, Brand Strategist, Eastern Standard General Counsel David H. Marion, Esq. POPS Physician Dr. Gary W. Dorshimer, MD, FACP, FCPP POPS Photographer Peter Blaikie, Bachrach Photography

REMEMBERING JOSEPHINE ‘PINA’ TEMPLETON Co-Founder, Psalm 103 Foundation Psalm 103 supports POPS in Schools at the Isaac Sheppard Elementary School in Kensington and the Philadelphia Military Academy in North Philadelphia, both with multi-year commitments.

Josephine Templeton, physician, and benefactor to The Philly POPS and dozens of other cultural and charitable organizations passed away on October 25 at her home in Bryn Mawr.

“Pina” as she was known by her many friends, was born on the island of Capri, Italy and moved to the U.S. when she was nine. After attending Fordham University and earning her medical degree from the University of Rome, Pina came to Philadelphia for a residency in anesthesiology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and a fellowship in pediatric anesthesiology and critical care at CHOP where she ultimately spent 20 years as senior clinical anesthesiologist.

Having started her career in the 1960s, she was one of only a handful of female pediatric anesthesiologists in the country and became a role model for other women in the field. Over the next 30 years she became a leading anesthesiologist, and teaching doctor at the University of Pennsylvania. She worked with her husband and fellow physician Jack at CHOP for 20 years.

In 2007, she received the Robert M. Smith Award from the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Section on Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, her field’s top honor.

Pina and her late husband Jack promoted patriotism, and in particular the support of the men and women of the armed forces through grants and contributions to many organizations. Pina served on the Museum of the American Revolution board and was an active leader and benefactor of the Union League Legacy Foundation. Her support of the POPS in Schools program found a perfect fit for these interests with her support of the Philadelphia Military Academy and the Salute Series.

Pina – The Philly POPS Salutes You!

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CORPORATE & COMMUNITY SUPPORT The Philly POPS is extremely grateful for the generous support received from the following corporations, foundations, and government agencies. Their support is vital to the POPS’ commitment to music excellence. The Philly POPS is an approved Educational Improvement Organization (EIO) by the PA Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) certified to receive donations through Education Improvement Tax Credit (EITC).

CHRISTMAS PRESENTING SPONSOR

CIVIC, FOUNDATION, AND GOVERNMENT PARTNERS THE ABELE FAMILY FOUNDATION

SALUTE SERIES PRESENTING SPONSOR

PSALM 103 FOUNDATION

41ST SUBSRCIPTION SERIES SPONSOR

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MEDIA PARTNER

MULTIMEDIA PARTNER

MARKETING SUPPORT

CORPORATE PARTNERS

E S T. 1 9 4 9

UM HOLDINGS

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FRIENDS OF THE POPS The Philly POPS greatly appreciates the many patrons who have made contributions as Friends of the POPS. Thank you!

Your support helps make our concerts possible and creates a sustainable future.

AMERICAN SONGBOOK SOCIETY $100,000 AND ABOVE Comcast NBC Universal Carol A. Eggert Senior Vice President, Military & Veteran Affairs

Independence Blue Cross KeyBank

Andrew Hohns

Robert D. Kane, Jr. Market President

National HR

M&T Bank

PECO

Susan and Chase McDaniel

Pepper Hamilton, LLP

Department of Community and Economic Development

Pennsylvania Council on the Arts

PARX Casino

Drs. John* and Pina* Templeton

ORCHESTRA SOCIETY $50,000 - $99,999

Mariner Investment Group

PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE $10,000 - $24,999

Mr. Jon Nistad

Anne and Joe Del Raso

Philadelphia Energy Solutions Phil Rinaldi Founder, Chairman & CEO (Ret’d)

Psalm 103 Foundation

Tim and Pam Alles

Aqua America

The City of Philadelphia

Marc Lucca President

Mr. Harry H. Madonna Chairman & CEO

AssuredPartners Insurance

Rowan University

Citizens Bank Dan Fitzpatrick

Dottie and Frank Giordano Harry Dillon Madonna MAESTRO CIRCLE $25,000 - $49,999

Republic Bank

Tony Mahon Managing Director

Dr. Ali Houshmand President

Mr. Lou D’Ambrosio

Karen and Jon Sirlin

Drexel University

Structure Tone, LLC

John A. Fry President

Dermid Kelly Regional Vice President

Anonymous

Foundation for Individual Liberty

TD Charitable Foundation

Abele Family Foundation

John Aglialoro and Joan Carter

Vanguard

Lisa Hale and James E. Haas, III

Visit Philadelphia

Joan and Wilbert D. Abele

Archer Law Salvatore M. DeBunda Esq.

Bank of America Jim Dever Market President

Delaware Valley Regional Economic Development Fund Tom Ellis, Chairman John Coffman, Executive Director

Adriana Herrera

Haute Restaurant & Lounge

Jeff Guaricino Presdent & CEO

Holman Enterprises

Widger Family Foundation

Ryan Peters

Charles and Ashley Widger

Kaufman Financial Services

WSFS Community Foundation

Mr. Larry A. Kaufman

Macy’s

Pam Cyr

ENCORE CIRCLE $5,000 - $9,999 Atlantic Trailer Leasing Mike Devine

Bill and Jeanne Whitmore William Penn Foundation Special Gifts Program

BATON CIRCLE $1,000 - $2,499 Aetna

Gabriel A. Battista

MUSICIAN CIRCLE $2,500 - $4,999

Dr. Sucha and Mr. Michael Asbell

Mr. and Mrs. Bob Cavalier

ASL Transportation Group

The Harold and Renee Berger Foundation

CBIZ Insurance Services, Inc. Clark Capital Management Group Harry and Kina Clark

The Foundation of Morris Hall St. Lawrence, Inc Jane Millner

Jerry Francesco

Mr. James R. Donnelly President and CEO

Joseph and Eileen Bilson

Nancy and James Baxter Francis and Mary Burke Ken and Marian Disken Mr. Gerald Francesco Ron Giordano

Tom and Nancy Londres

Mr. and Mrs. William A. Graham IV

John and Janet Marsella

Lucas and Cavalier, LLC

Elizabeth and Terrence McCabe

Mr. and Mrs. David H. Marion, Esq.

Gregory Montanaro

Mr. James M. Matour, Esq.

PA Convention Center Authority

Edythe and Robert Mazer

Pennsylvania Thoroughbred Horseman’s Association Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau The Philadelphia Cultural Fund Philadelphia Phillies Pepe and Peggy Piperno Louis Scaglione

Thomas Nowakowski Sr. Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation The Reverend Lucy Pierre Holly and Stephen Weil Ms. Jane Windle

Mrs. Elaine Brumberg David and Jennifer Cardy Ms. Courtney Carter Carter Family Fund Advisors Gen. Ronald Coleman Charles and Susan Davidson Ms. Loretta Delvecchio Barry Depew Dennis Fitzgerald Ms. Elaine Grobman Jacob’s Music Chris Rinaldi

Mr. and Mrs. Gerhart L. Klein Cpt. and Mrs. Jack P. Lieberman, US Navy (Retired) Gerald and Jeannine McMenamin Cathy Medway

Manning and Ginny Smith

Mr. and Mrs. Peter Michaelson

Mr. and Mrs. Walter Strine Esq.

Laurie and Christopher Olivia, MD

The Haverford Trust Company

Penn Personalized Care

Richard and Elaine Valiga

Gary W. Dorshimer, MD, FACP, FCPP Official Physician of the POPS

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Police and Fire Federal Credit Union

PRINCIPAL PLAYER $500 - $749

Cynthia and Gary Porter

Melville and Maria Ackerman

Ronald Vickers

Phillip and Ellen Baer

Mr. Joseph Voytilla

Ms. Roslyn Barefield

Richard Weisbrot and Barbara Shaiman

Mr. Robert Rau Mr. Theodore Robb Ms. Joyce Seewald Sando Mitchell Sargen

Sandy and Vince Basanavage

Savitz Family Foundation

Gary Beaver

In Memory of Walter D. Cohen

Elliot and Barbara Schwartz

Pat and Connie Dalton

John and Sandra Stouffer Ms. Joyce Ann Swoyer

Alexander and Joanna Williams F. Gordon Yasinow

Ruth Ann and Paul Fox

PERFORMER $375 - $499

Monique and Gary Silvi

Samuel and Gail Goldstein

Ms. Anne M. Congdon

David and Peggy Stedman

Sandra Goodstein

Francis Costello

Mr. and Mrs. Howard Stone

Cheryl D. Gunter and Paul A. Rabe

Tot-Time Child Development Centers, Inc. Ms. Donna M. Parisi Owner

Deborah and Andrew Webster Elizabeth Weinreb Martin and Janice Wilensky CONDUCTOR CIRCLE $750 - $999

Robert and Megan Hausler Ted Kapnek Stephen and Randy Klein

In Memory of Rhonda Costello

John & Karen Fulton Drs. Domenic and Dorothy Pisano Dr. and Mrs. Clifford Sporn

Pat Lannutti

ENTHUSIAST $250 - $374

Drs. Lawrence and Lynn Levine

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bortz

Mrs. Patricia Levitt

Kimberly and Donald Brooks

John and Joan Lyons

David and Jane Courtright

Dr. and Mrs. John A. Harman

Greg and Beth McGowan

Brian and Lenore Locke

Hermann Moser

Richard Orr

L. Stephan and Rochelle Perchick

Michelle and Mark Pressman

Dr. Ralph Riviello M.D.

Dale Wallace

David Schneider and Rosalind Erwin

Wealth Development Group

In Honor of William Nathan Erwin

Gwen and Matthew Iller

Alan D. Katz Managing Member

Henry and Mary Schwarz

Rona Josephs

Dr. Julia Spears

Ronald and Louise Kaiser

Steven Standiford

Joseph Kolakowski

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Scott Dressler Karen Fei in memory of Donna Fei

Rick and Julie Frost Linda Gloss Nancy and Alan Grossman

Joseph W. Kvech Phyllis and Robert Lambeck Carole Marani Debbie and Elliott Maser Barbara J. Mitnick, Ph.D. Dr. Michael Mittleman Reid and Elizabeth Murray Wallace and Lydia Nowicke Barbara Oconnell Judith Olshin Patricia and Michael Pence Scott and Marilyn Radley Eugene and Betsy Rockower David and Susan Roulston Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Sceia William and Anna Simpson Timon Family Fund of the Delaware Community Foundation in memory of Lou Habina

Herbert and Sandra Weinstein *in memoriam Current Membership as of November 22, 2019.

If you found your name has been misspelled or omitted, please accept our sincerest apologies and contact Joshua Thomas at 215-546-3207 or via email at jthomas@phillypops.org. We thank you for your generous support!

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GIVING LEVELS Join the friends of The Philly POPS today!

If you love The NEW Philly POPS and want to become a Friend, please donate online at phillypops.org/donate to join others who share a passion for the Great American Songbook.

Your tax-deductible gift makes a significant difference in the lives of thousands of fellow patrons by allowing our beloved stand-alone orchestra to continue playing the music you know and love to hear.

FRIEND — $75 TO $124 • 10% discount on single tickets

BATON CIRCLE — $1,000 TO $2,499 CONDUCTOR CIRCLE BENEFITS, PLUS: • Free ticket exchange of your subscription tickets

ADMIRER — $125 TO $249 FRIEND BENEFITS, PLUS: • Priority seating change request

• Exclusive VIP Invitations to POPS special

MUSICIAN CIRCLE — $2,500 TO $4,999 BATON CIRCLE BENEFITS, PLUS: • Invitations to a special reception with Maestro

for your subscription

ENTHUSIAST — $250 TO $374 ADMIRER BENEFITS, PLUS: • Acknowledgment of your contribution

in the Encore! program book

PERFORMER — $375 TO $499 ENTHUSIAST BENEFITS, PLUS: • Complimentary tickets to a special

backstage tour

PRINCIPAL PLAYER — $500 TO $749 PERFORMER BENEFITS, PLUS: • Exclusive intermission receptions with

musicians and Board of Directors

CONDUCTOR CIRCLE — $750 TO $999 PRINCIPAL PLAYER BENEFITS, PLUS: • A private backstage visit with

events and performances

Ellison and POPS leadership

• A private tour of the Kimmel Center ENCORE! CIRCLE — $5,000 TO $9,999 MUSICIAN CIRCLE BENEFITS, PLUS: • A private dinner with Frank Giordano,

President and CEO of The Philly POPS

• 1/2 page ad in the Encore! program book PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE — $10K AND ABOVE ENCORE! CIRCLE BENEFITS, PLUS: • Concert Series Sponsorship • Full page ad in the Encore! program book

Maestro Ellison and guest artists

All membership benefits are designed for two people. You may also waive all benefits, making the full amount of your contribution tax-deductible. For additional information on individual giving, please call our Development Director, Joshua Thomas at 215.546.3207. To donate online, go to phillypops.org/donate.

Benefits incept upon receipt of the contribution and are active for one year.

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GROUPS HAVE MORE FUN! THE PHILLY POPS WOULD LIKE TO WELCOME:

Acts Life Retirement Community

James Sacchetta and Guests

Albert and Vivian Johnson and Guests

James P. Gallagher and Guests

Ann’s Choice Retirement Community Arthur Novello and Guests Barbara Adams and Guests Beverlee Adams and Guests Brian and Lenore Locke and Guests Brigantine C.E.R. Carol D. McLain and Guests Charles L. Dalrymple and Guests Christi Barton and Guests Christine D’Ascenzo and Guests Christine Pasquariello and Guests Conestoga Tours, Inc. Connie Bashore and Guests Daniel Grimes and Guests Daphne Field and Guests Denny Blew and Guests Don White and Guests Donna Scannapieco and Guests Dorothy Maher and Guests Edward and Peg McGlinchey and Guests Elisabeth Endrizzi and Guests Elite Coach Elizabeth Brown and Guests Enzo Travel Eric Erb and Guests Friends Village at Woodstown Garden State Getaways Gary Noecker and Guests George B. Lilley Jr and Guests Glassboro Senior Center Glenn and Peg Manochi and Guests Greystone Program Hagey Tours Hobbyists Unlimited Jacqueline Swanson and Guests James Frino and Guests

Jean Maguire and Guests Jessica Kohles and Guests Jim Mitchell and Guests JoAnn Cooney and Guests Joanne Lipa and Guests John Frock and Guests John Tierney and Guests John and Karen Fulton and Guests Joy Hartman and Guests Joyce Brennan and Guests

Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees Perkiomen Tours & Travel Phil Mesisca and Guests Richard Deegan and Guests Richard Tewksbury and Guests Richwood Marshall Genter and Guests Riddle Village Robert Phillips and Guests Robert Renner and Guests Robert Siegfried and Guests

Karen Puleo and Guests

Robert and Eileen Kennedy and Guests

Kathleen Fimple and Guests

Robert and Irene Colton and Guests

Katie Mcbyrne and Guests

Rose Marie Nevitt and Guests

Kelly Murphy and Guests

Rosemary Czajkowski and Guests

Kenny Caterina and Guests

Senior Community Tours

Kevin Grady and Guests

Shannondell at Valley Forge

Kevin O’Donnell and Guests

Sharon D. Ward and Guests

Liadis Travel

Shawn Kerns and Guests

Lisa R. Hewes and Guests

Sheila Muschamp and Guests

Lockheed Martin

Southampton Estates

Lowee’s Group Tours, LLC

Stephen B. Clyde and Guests

Maple Point Middle School

Susan LaBar and Guests

Marc and Yvonne Lucca and Guests

Susan McWilliams and Guests

Margaret E. Phelan and Guests

The Hill at Whitemarsh

Mario Mangini and Guests

The Murray Family

Mary Farrow and Guests

The Union League Of Philadelphia

Mary Marks and Guests

Theodore Biagini and Guests

Mary Ann Ragone and Guests

Therea A. Pollard and Guests

Meadow Glen

Thomas Jefferson University

Meadowood Retirement Community

Touriffic Travel, Inc

Michael Quattrochi and Guests

Vanessa Van De Venter and Guests

Mona Ballard and Guests

Virginia Thompson and Guests

Nancy Collins and Guests

Walter and Barbara Staller and Guests

Noreen Boccuti and Guests Normandy Farms Estates Patrick Ohara and Guests Peggie A. Finan and Guests

West Lawn Seniors Woody I. Woodmansee and Guests

Rockin’ in a winter wonderland.

Thank you to the Philly POPS for spreading cheer this holiday season.

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Holiday Festival

featuring the Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show presented by PECO

November 14 through December 31

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Enjoy gingerbread, gourmet s'more-making, and hot chocolate for kids (and adults) inside Ben’s Sweets & Treats. Warm up by fire pits in the Winter Beer Garden, and treat the family to Franklin Square’s signature attractions!

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JOY TO THE WORLD Joy to the World, the Lord is come!

Let earth receive her King; Let every heart prepare Him room, And Heaven and nature sing, And Heaven and nature sing, And Heaven, and Heaven, and nature sing.

IT CAME UPON THE MIDNIGHT CLEAR It came upon the midnight clear, That glorious song of old, From angels bending near the earth, To touch their harps of gold: “Peace on the earth, goodwill to men, From heaven’s all-gracious King.”

The world in solemn stillness lay, To hear the angels sing.

CHRISTMAS SING-ALONG

HARK! THE HERALD ANGELS SING Hark! the herald angels sing, “Glory to the newborn King: Peace on earth, and mercy mild, God and sinners reconciled!”

Joyful, all ye nations, rise, Join the triumph of the skies; With th’angelic hosts proclaim, “Christ is born in Bethlehem!”

Hark! the herald angels sing, “Glory to the newborn King.”

SILENT NIGHT Silent night, holy night, All is calm, all is bright Round yon virgin mother and child.

Holy infant, so tender and mild, Sleep in heavenly peace, Sleep in heavenly peace.

DECK THE HALLS Deck the halls with boughs of holly, Fa la la la la, la la la la. ’Tis the season to be jolly, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Don we now our gay apparel, Fa la la, la la la, la la la.

Troll the ancient Yule tide carol, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

OH, COME, ALL YE FAITHFUL Oh, come, all ye faithful, Joyful and triumphant!

Oh, come ye, oh come ye to Bethlehem.

Come and behold him, Born the King of angels; Oh, come, let us adore him; Oh, come, let us adore him; Oh, come, let us adore him, Christ, the Lord.

Sing, choirs of angels, Sing in exultation; Sing, all ye citizens of heav’n above!

Glory to God, Glory in the highest; Oh, come, let us adore him; Oh, come, let us adore him; Oh, come, let us adore him, Christ, the Lord.

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